Oh my goodness, this is the fastest and easiest way to make baked potatoes. They’re crispy on the outside, and soft and fluffy on the inside. They’re absolutely amazing!

This is so ridiculously simple to make, I can’t believe it took me so long to discover this recipe! Let’s give credit where credit is due. Those Esselstyn’s inspire us to eat healthy everyday which is easy with great recipes like this one!

When the day calls for something with big flavor, but you don’t have time for hours of simmering, turn to this rich and flavorful stew that offers complex flavors, yet not overly spicy. The assertive ingredient is harissa, and when combined with smoked paprika, cumin, and fire-roasted tomatoes, you have an earthy and satisfying dish but with an edgy kick.

Mole is a true melding of Old World and New World flavors. Chocolate meets traditional spices ground together to create seamless layering of complex flavors.

Curry roasted cauliflower is one of the easiest ways to turn boring cauliflower into a vibrant symphony of delightful flavors. Best of all, it only takes a few ingredients!

I grew up in a deeply rooted German community in southern MN, rich in culture, festivals, and food. That being said, I think I have a discriminate palate for a good brat. So as I developed this recipe, the key to its success was to nail it on flavor, as well as achieving that snap when you bite into it as if it had a casing. Mission accomplished!

Help your immune system ward off unwanted bugs with this nutrient-rich salad. It’s packed with fruits and veggies which contain nutrients like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, protein, and zinc to help your immune system function properly and keep you healthy.

These are the best Plant-Based Italian Sausage Crumbles you’re ever going to put on your pizza! Savory, with all those yummy sausage-y spices; fennel seed, Italian seasoning, and just the right amount of red pepper flakes. Add these quick and easy crumbles anytime you want to enhance lasagna, spaghetti, stuffed shells, pizza, or soups. Heck, you can even roll them into Italian meatballs!

This popular Greek dish is comfort food at its finest!  It’s loaded with nutrients, not to mention flavorful layers of roasted vegetables, and topped with a creamy dairy-free bechamel sauce. 

This is an old southern favorite that I’ve adapted for those following a whole food plant-based lifestyle. No oil, no salt, no sugar! This truly is a classic, hearty breakfast that takes me back to some of my favorite vacations in the south, every time I make it. It’s quick and easy, but you will need to have some of my Plant-Based Breakfast Sausage on hand to whip up this glorious stuff.

It’s quite similar to neighboring Italy’s minestrone soup but with French lentils instead of pasta. Made with crisp summer vegetables and just the right amount of herbs de Provence to infuse the flavor of southeastern France, along with French lentils to make this a hearty main course. Best of all, it’s an Instant Pot friendly recipe!

Over this past year my Instant Pot has become my favorite cooking vessel. Why? Because all I have to do is slice, dice, dump, and stir. It doesn’t get any easier and I don’t sacrifice one bit of flavor. You’ll see for yourself when you try a warm bowl of this comfy goodness.

A delicious, traditional, cream-based chowder that calls for all the traditional veggie ingredients along with plant-based substitutes that makes this chowder the ultimate comfort food. If you don’t want the clam flavor, leave out the nori and you have Cream of Potato Soup!

This is a spin-off from my Best Black Bean Burgers recipe with beets added to give it a more traditional burger appearance. These burgers are crispy on the outside, yet tender and moist on the interior. The added bonus besides the beets, is that these Black Bean Beet Burgers are quick and easy to make.

Let me start by saying you HAVE to make this plant-based version of Beef Daube. I’ve put a healthy spin on this wonderful French braised stew using lentils, without sacrificing the delicious flavor found in the traditional version. It stands above all other stew recipes I’ve tried, offering that homey comfort, yet it’s versatile and sophisticated enough for your next dinner party. Bon appetit!

This Mushroom Wellington will wow guests and take your taste buds on an adventure of savory goodness. Mushrooms take center stage alongside fluffy wild rice wrapped in a light phyllo bundle.

What’s not to love about hearty comfort food made in one pot and ready in under 45 minutes! Pasta, celery, garlic, and onions in a seasoned tomato sauce. Yum! It’s one of my all-time favorite casserole dishes. Or as we call it in Minnesota, a hotdish!

I’ve always been intrigued with exploring flavors from different cultures and with a load of beets on hand, I thought I would make a traditional Ukrainian Borscht. I initially served it to guests as a chunky version, but when I revisited the leftovers I blended it down to a smooth and silky version.

I’ve dabbled with butternut squash soup recipes for years so here’s my testimonial…this one IS THE BEST!

It’s no secret I love food with big flavor. So when I first made these fritters, I knew I had to pair them with something equally as flavorful like my Weeknight Beer Chili. Serve these golden fritters as the base in a big bowl of chili, over greens with a ladle of chili on top, or on their own as a side to Tofu Scrambled Eggs.